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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1914
Page
1
Democratic senators applaud a floor speech urging repeal of coastwise restrictions tied to the Panamanian canal issue. The debate centers on treaty equality and whether the United States can maintain coastwise trade without arbitration. Continued on next page.
In New York May day, a husband enraged at attention paid to his wife fired a revolver at his head. The blast killed Pasquale Guadia, with a stray shot injuring Benedetto Fatta. Epplito is jailed on homicide charges as witnesses recount a terrified scene at the Washington Heights cafe.
A note from Director Perrine at Cordoba reports European observations suggest the comet approaching Starlanelia may be at least a century old. He notes an orbit similar to one found in 170 by Miss Herschel in Paris, though exact orbit and identity remain unconfirmed by the U. S. Naval Observatory.
Grand jury in Western District of Pennsylvania moves to indict five Carbon Steel Company employees for conspiracy to defraud the United States by supplying inferior steel for Panama Canal locks. W. Wetmore and D. Bullens named. others to be charged on additional testimony. Court to present indictment. company officials include McKnight as president and Wilson as treasurer.
May 21 London reports a violent clash as a small group of militant suffragettes led by Mrs. Pankhurst attacked near Hyde Park Corner and Buckingham Palace. Police battled the attackers for two hours, 67 arrested including three men, with ambulances treating fainting spectators and damaged uniforms.
Theodore Roosevelt at Sagamore Hill discusses bipartisanship and loyalty to national welfare. A late night Progressive conference with George W. Perkins, Walter Brown, Gifford Pinchot, and B A Van Volkenberg maps a campaign tour from Atlantic to Pacific. Roosevelt signals cross party appeal to Pennsylvania’s Pennrose race and hints at unity over past affiliations.
Dayville May 1 Former Speaker Jose G Carmen formally announced his candidacy for Congress from the Nineteenth district here today. Progressive leaders plan to ask Theodore Roosevelt to make two speeches in opposition to Mr Cannon.
A bomb exploded in the offices of El Comercio at Callao and damaged the building. One editor was injured. Despite the attack, Peru remained tranquil and foreign telegrams expressed support for President Oscar Benavides. Peruvian minister Idr. Peret briefed the U.S. secretary of state on the lack of revolution and broad recognition of Benavides.
Mount Vesuviva shows increased daily activity with dense smoke emissions from the crater. The population in Waples Italy experiences growing concern as Stromball remains highly active. Also notice Belasco Theater presenting a photo drama daily at 3 and 9 pm with free admission.
An overview notes Roosevelt prepared to engage in a political confrontation as tensions rise. The page lists associated items including protests, mediation hopes, and calls for action within the political landscape.
A grisly tale from New York reports a lodger from Mexico who brought a still and a violent secret to a boarding house at 316 West Twentieth Street. Police found the eerie evidence preserved in a glass case in the cellar. A boarder described the man’s arrival and the concealed relics amid growing local alarm.
Mrs Mary S Flavelle a 68 year old Chicago charity and settlement worker was shot in a train compartment from Florence to Arezzo Italy and left in a coma. A young Italian attacker robbed her fled with a letter of credit and valuables found along the tracks while police traced a suspect who returned to Florence.
Princess Ludwig of Lawenstein Wertheim, with social duties in Paris, crossed the channel under fog in a biplane piloted by Rowland Ding. They landed at Eastbourne then Calais via Dover, a fifteen minute flight, continuing by train to Frederick and Hagerstown with Baltimore & Ohio from Talon Station.
Clifton House Niagara Falls Ontario May 21 The Brazilian Ambassador told mediators and delegates at a dinner hosted by the Dominion minister of agriculture that the President and Secretary of State were responsible for mediating the ABC powers. The remark surprised American delegates and indicated Washington support for the mediation efforts amid mixed opinions on its initiative and success. The host toasted the King and did not propose a toast to President Huerta to avoid awkwardness for American delegates.
Rebels claim Saltillo as provisional capital under Carranza with Villa's forces closing in. Federal retreat from Saltillo accelerates, 12,000 troops moving south to block Villa, while Carranza readies a new government center. Reports say American and border observers anticipate a push toward Mexico City amid shifting fronts across Coahuila and San Luis Potosi.
London May 1 The house of commons sat in an uproar as opposition members blocked proceedings forcing a suspension after a 26 to 176 defeat of the adjournment motion. Unionists shouted for adjournment while A Bonar Law refused to answer the speaker. Law’s curt reply drew disapproval from Arthur J. Balfour and other unionists.
Vincent St John leader of the Industrial Workers of the World tells the U S Commission on Industrial Relations that violence and the destruction of property are acceptable means to achieve their goals. He states the IWW opposes any work agreements and considers wage pacts to be illegitimate. Joseph Ettor sits nearby as the discussion centers on the IWW’s view of labor contracts and compliance.
An adviser for the Mexican constitutionalists is to meet American mediators at Niagara Falls to discuss mediation talks with Gen. Carranza’s supporters. Washington officials and mediators anticipate a formal role for a constitutionalist representative, while U S authorities aim to address Tampico incidents and seek reparation.
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